CW renews ‘Life,’ ‘One Tree Hill’

'Melrose Place' not to return

The CW has avoided making a Sophie’s choice in its renewals, giving pickups to both of its bubble series, “Life Unexpected” and “One Tree Hill.” Netlet has also greenlit two new dramas: a contemporary take on “La Femme Nikita” and the college drama “Hellcats.”

To no one’s surprise, CW’s attempt at reviving “Melrose Place” has been put to rest for good.

At one point, it appeared that CW was going to have to make a choice between “Life Unexpected” and “One Tree Hill” — and there were pros and cons to the renewal or cancellation of either.

But in the end, CW execs decided to keep both its best-reviewed frosh show, “Life Unexpected,” and the aging but still popular “Hill,” which will head into its eighth season.